Baha'i World News Service
The Bahá’í World News Service - BWNS - The official news source of the worldwide Bahá’í community, reports on major developments and endeavors of the global Bahá’í community.
Updated: 20 hours 43 min ago
“United in our diversity”: Tunisian faith communities sign coexistence pact
Leaders of Tunisia’s faith communities have signed a “National Pact for Coexistence,” expressing their commitment to building a more peaceful society.
BIC New York: Equality of women and men necessary for response to climate crises
A new BIC statement explores how the principle of gender equality will need to be woven into processes of governance for effective responses to the climate crisis.
Chile House of Worship: How to foster prosperous cities
Civil society leaders and representatives of the Bahá’ís of Chile explore spiritual principles that can guide the development of cities for the well-being of all.
United Kingdom: New podcast explores relationship between religion and media
A newly launched podcast by the Bahá’ís of the UK invites journalists to profound discussions on how the media can play a constructive role in society.
Bahá’í World Publication: New article highlights efforts for racial justice in US
The latest article published on The Bahá’í World website examines the American Bahá’í community’s efforts to counter racism.
DRC: Superstructure of temple nears completion
Work on the Bahá’í temple for the Democratic Republic of the Congo has reached a new stage as the steel superstructure for the 26-meter-high dome nears completion.
Spirit of service inspires immediate response to floods in Malaysia
The spirit of service fostered through Bahá’í community-building activities in Malaysia was channeled toward relief efforts after disastrous flooding in December.
“This homeland shelters all”: Bahá’ís mark 100 year history in Tunisia
On the centenary of the Tunisian Bahá’í community’s establishment, some 50 social actors explored coexistence and the issue of violence in contemporary society.
Officials and other dignitaries in Holy Land honor ‘Abdu’l-Bahá
Abdu’l-Bahá’s enduring legacy of service to humanity was honored by officials, diplomats, and faith leaders at a reception held last week in Haifa.
Counsellors’ return marks start of new journey for Bahá’í world
The Counsellors are now departing the Holy Land ready to infuse Bahá’í communities worldwide with the wealth of insights gained over the past days of discussions.
“Glimpses of a Hundred Years of Endeavour”: New film looks at journey of global Bahá’í community
A film commissioned by the Universal House of Justice provides glimpses of the Bahá’í community’s efforts over the past century to contribute to the oneness of humanity.
Counsellors look ahead as conference concludes
Counsellors from across the world spent the past six days consulting about how Bahá’í efforts to foster social transformation can further intensify in the years ahead.
2021 in review: A momentous year
BWNS looks back on a historic year of intense efforts by countless people and communities, including marking the centenary of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s passing.
Counsellors’ conference begins
Over the coming days, Counsellors from all parts of the world will be consulting on the development of the worldwide Bahá’í community, preparing for the years ahead.
Bahá’í Media Bank: Photo of opening pages of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s Will and Testament published
An image of the opening pages of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s Will and Testament has been published for the first time, coinciding with the period of the centenary of His passing.
Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá: Plans for marble presented at press conference in Italy
The president of marble company Margraf and architect Hossein Amanat spoke about the complexities of the construction project and fabrication of the marble
BIC New York: UN Calls on Iran to end religious discrimination
The UN General Assembly calls on Iran to observe human rights for all its citizens, including members of the Bahá’í Faith.
Turkey: Mayor of Edirne marks centenary of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s passing
The centenary was recently honored in Edirne, where Bahá’u’lláh, ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, and a small band of believers lived as exiles for over four years.
Papua New Guinea: Bahá’í Most Holy Book published in Tok Pisin
Bahá’u’lláh’s Kitáb-i-Aqdas has been translated into the most widely spoken language in Papua New Guinea after a decades-long process.
Centenary of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s passing: Short documentary on centenary commemoration in the Holy Land released
The documentary provides highlights from the spiritually charged centenary gathering recently held at the Bahá’í World Centre.